Weekly International Travel News Roundup

The world of travel changes fast, and if you blink you might miss something.

But if you think you might have missed some of the week’s top travel news, don’t miss this Weekly International Travel News Roundup.

It’s got all the week’s major travel news rounded up in one convenient post, from the chaos in Greece to the flooding in Nashville to the attempted bombing in Times Square.

So check out what you might’ve missed…

Strikes in Athens shut down the city on Wednesday as air traffic control rooms, hospitals and tourist sites were left vacant by striking workers.

As American tourists head to Greece for vacation, what can they do to keep out of harm’s way?

TSA watchlists are supposed to keep bad guys off planes, but what if a suspect is not on a watchlist? This was the case with the last-minute arrest of the New York City car bomber. On The Early Show, Peter talks about the methods authorities might have used to get their man.

Water from the overflowing Cumberland River, has inundated parts of downtown Nashville. As flooding shuts down the honky-tonk bars and country music halls the city is know for, how is Tennessee tourism being affected?

After a four-year courtship, United Airlines and Continental Airlines have merged to form the largest airline in the world. Peter appeared on CBS’ The Early Show on Monday to talk about the details of the merger and what it means to consumers.

With the merger of United Airlines and Continental Airlines, mega-carriers now dominate U.S. aviation. Peter appeared on CBS Evening News with Katie Couric to talk about how bigger is not necessarily better when it comes to airlines and consumers.

The era of the big summer airfare sale may be over, but there are still ways to score a deal. Click here to learn how to find a cheap summer flight despite rising costs.

The U.S Travel Association is kicking off the summer season with the help of American Express. The travel association is offering once-in-a-lifetime trip auctions for Amex cardholders and deep travel discounts for everyone else.

Bhutan used to be one of the most isolated countries in the world, but has gradually opened up to international travel. Ann Morfogen shares her experiences exploring the still mysterious mountain kingdom.

Fashionista Suzy Gershman sends a postcard from The City of Light. She talks about the newest stores on the Champs Elysees and how the macaroon wars are creating delicious new flavors.

Celebrate this Mother’s Day by visiting historic sites linked to the creation of the holiday. Jessica Kate Soberman takes us through a tour of Mother’s Day museums.

Give your mother something special this Mother’s Day with a spa package vacation. Use our Mother’s Day spa package guide to find the perfect indulgence for your mother.

Last Saturday, May 1, Peter broadcast his radio show from the in Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix, Arizona. Check out our latest issue of Ask the Local Travel Guide from Phoenix.

This weekend, don’t miss Peter’s radio show from St. Lucia. Check out the guest list here.